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Public Service Announcement On The Return Of Bird Flu To Nigeria by Emman8(m): 9:24am On Jan 14, 2016 |
[img]http://3.bp..com/-xUy4TRgIkak/VpdU-Ajk0sI/AAAAAAAH-7s/-BVMz_rcEak/s1600/Shanghai-bird-flu-008.jpg[/img] Read the press statement from Anambra state government below... The Anambra State Government alerts members of the public about the resurgence of Avian Influenza popularly called Bird Flu in some states across the country. This disease which is usually associated with birds can also be transmitted from bird to man. Bird Flu can be transmitted through direct contact with infected birds or poultry materials. The Symptoms of the disease include fever, sneezing, cough, diarrhea, trouble breathing, general ill feeling, muscle aches, runny nose and sore throat. Members of the public are by this announcement advised to observe personal hygiene, and to wash their hands with soap and clean water after contact with birds and poultry product. They should also ensure that all poultry meat and eggs are thoroughly cooked before eating. All poultry farmers in the state are also advised to clean their surroundings, and to report cases of sick birds to the nearest veterinary clinic. Similarly all veterinary officers in the state are by this announcement requested to commence surveillance/sensitization visits particularly at Live-bird markets in the state to avoid the contact and spread of the flu. Signed, Dr Barr Mrs Uju Nwogu Hon Commissioner for Information, Culture and Tourism Source: http://www.naijanewsguru.com/2016/01/public-service-announcement-on-return.html |
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